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Online Master’s in Educational Administration
MS in Educational Administration
Using state and national leadership standards, Drexel University’s accredited online master’s degree in Educational Administration is designed to prepare and mentor future elementary and secondary educational leaders with the practical skills and knowledge to become effective school administrators.
What Can I Do with a Master’s in Educational Administration?
With a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration focused on AI, innovative schools, curricular design, and systems thinking, you can lead transformative change in K-12 education as either a principal, assistant principal, or director of special education. Designing inclusive, future-ready learning environments and optimizing instructional systems through data-driven leadership, this degree equips you to shape schools that meet the demands of tomorrow. Graduates are prepared to implement cutting-edge technologies, foster collaborative school cultures, and lead with strategic vision in diverse educational settings.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for elementary, middle, and high school principals was approximately $104,070 as of May 2024.
Program Options
- Principal Certification*
Includes coursework and internship experience that allows you to obtain the PA K-12 Principal Certification - Principal Certification & Special Education Leadership**
Includes coursework and internship experience that allows you to obtain both the PA K-12 Principal Certification and the Supervisor of Special Education Certification
*Requires a state-issued teacher certificate and bachelor’s degree for admission
**Requires a state-issued special education teacher certificate and bachelor’s degree for admission
These accredited options are ideal for certified teachers and counselors who aspire to design and lead creative and innovative learning environments to prepare students for the twenty-first century.
This performance-based PDE-approved program develops your ability to:
- Build and lead high-performing teams that drive school improvement
- Solve complex educational challenges using systems thinking and data-informed decision-making
- Prepare for an AI-driven future by integrating emerging technologies into instruction
- Create collaborative learning environments that support both teacher growth and student success
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Related Programs
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Courses
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
Option 1: School Principal PK-12 Certification
| Core Courses | ||
| EDCR 510 | Leadership in Educational Contexts and Systems | 3.0 |
| EDAM 700 | Leading in Urban, Rural and Suburban Settings | 3.0 |
| EDAM 701 | Resource Management, Allocation and Entrepreneurship | 3.0 |
| EDAM 705 | School Law and Politics | 3.0 |
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDAM 712 | School and Community Partnerships and Relations | 3.0 |
| EDAM 714 | Instructional and Curriculum Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| EDAM 724 | Mentoring and Collaborative Leadership | 3.0 |
| Principal Internship Courses | ||
| EDAM 715 | School Principal Internship: Technology | 1.5 |
| EDAM 716 | School Principal Internship: Finance | 1.5 |
| EDAM 717 | School Principal Internship: Leadership | 1.5 |
| EDAM 718 | School Principal Internship: Relations | 1.5 |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0-10.5 | |
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EDU 780
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Capstone Research | |
| Students have the option to select one of the following capstone tracks: | ||
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Practitioner
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EDUP 780
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Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
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Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
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Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
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Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Total Credits | 45.0-46.5 | |
Option 2: Supervisor of Special Education Certification & Principal Certification
| Principal Certification Courses | ||
| EDAM 705 | School Law and Politics | 3.0 |
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDAM 712 | School and Community Partnerships and Relations | 3.0 |
| EDAM 714 | Instructional and Curriculum Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDAM 715 | School Principal Internship: Technology | 1.5 |
| EDAM 716 | School Principal Internship: Finance | 1.5 |
| EDAM 717 | School Principal Internship: Leadership | 1.5 |
| EDAM 718 | School Principal Internship: Relations | 1.5 |
| EDCR 510 | Leadership in Educational Contexts and Systems | 3.0 |
| Special Education Leadership Certification Courses | ||
| EDEX 710 | School Law & Policy in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 712 | Instructional & Curriculum Leadership in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 714 | Development, Supervision, & Support: Special Education Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDEX 716 | Organization & Administration of Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 721 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Special Education Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 722 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Instructional Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 723 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Collaboration & Personnel | 1.0 |
| EDEX 724 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Finance & Management | 1.0 |
| Core Course | ||
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0-10.5 | |
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EDU 780
|
Capstone Research | |
| Students have the option to select one of the following capstone tracks: | ||
|
Practitioner
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EDUP 780
|
Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
|
Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
|
Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
|
Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Total Credits | 52.0-53.5 | |
Option 3: Supervisor of Special Education Certification
| Core Courses | ||
| EDAM 700 | Leading in Urban, Rural and Suburban Settings | 3.0 |
| EDAM 701 | Resource Management, Allocation and Entrepreneurship | 3.0 |
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| EDAM 724 | Mentoring and Collaborative Leadership | 3.0 |
| Core Certification Courses | ||
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDEX 710 | School Law & Policy in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 712 | Instructional & Curriculum Leadership in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 714 | Development, Supervision, & Support: Special Education Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDEX 716 | Organization & Administration of Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 721 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Special Education Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 722 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Instructional Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 723 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Collaboration & Personnel | 1.0 |
| EDEX 724 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Finance & Management | 1.0 |
| Elective Course | 3.0 | |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0 | |
|
EDU 780
|
Capstone Research | |
| Students have the option to select one of the following capstone tracks | ||
|
Practitioner
|
||
|
EDUP 780
|
Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
|
EDUP 781
|
Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
|
Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
|
Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Total Credits | 46.0 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (graduate degree GPAs will be considered along with the undergraduate GPA)
- For the Principal Certification option: A state-issued teaching or counseling certificate
- For the Supervisor of Special Education concentration: A state-issued special education teacher certificate
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Two letters of recommendation, professional or academic
- PA Administrative Certificate, Principal K-12: One letter of recommendation must come from the principal of a school where you've worked, and discuss your presentation skills and experiences in leadership roles in a K-12 school setting as well as skills that would have a strong bearing on your success as a school leader and administrator
- Resume
- An essay describing why you're interested in pursuing graduate study in this field
- Include two paragraphs briefly describing your educational philosophy
- PA Administrative Certificate, Principal K-12: Also explain how principals shape learning in K-12 schools
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2025-2026 is $1144 per credit. (A 25% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1525 per credit)
For the academic year 2025-2026, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
- This program is eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2025-2026 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2025
September 22, 2025
December 6, 2025
December 8, 2025
December 13, 2025
Winter 2026
January 5, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 16, 2026
March 21, 2026
Spring 2026
March 30, 2026
June 6, 2026
June 8, 2026
June 13, 2026
Summer 2026
June 22, 2026
August 29, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 5, 2026
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